The Lagos State Government has alerted residents to the likelihood of rainfall across several parts of the state on Monday, urging them to clear drainage channels and stay alert to reduce the risk of flooding.
The weather forecast, released by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, predicts cloudy skies, light southwesterly winds and intermittent rainfall at different times of the day across the state.
According to the forecast, communities in Ikorodu, Epe and neighbouring areas are expected to experience rainfall during the early hours, while showers are also anticipated later in the day in other parts of Lagos.
The commissioner stated, “Midnight to sunrise, cloudy conditions are expected with temperatures ranging between 24°C and 26°C, accompanied by light southwesterly winds.
There are prospects of rainfall over parts of Ikorodu, Epe, and adjoining areas, particularly during the early morning hours.”
Giving the daytime forecast, Wahab said residents should expect cloudy to partly cloudy weather with intervals of sunshine, alongside rainfall in several locations across the metropolis.
He stated, “Sunrise to sunset, cloudy to partly cloudy conditions are expected with sunny intervals. Temperatures are expected to range between 24°C and 28°C.
Prospects of rainfall over parts of Ikorodu, Kosofe, Somolu, Epe, Ibeju-Lekki, Eti-Osa, Lagos Island and adjoining areas.”
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For the evening, Wahab said weather conditions are expected to remain relatively stable.
He stated, “Sunset to midnight, partly cloudy conditions are expected with temperatures ranging between 26°C and 27°C.”
The commissioner also advised residents to take precautionary steps in response to the forecast.
He stated, “Advisory: Residents are advised to keep drainage channels clear and remain alert for sudden changes in weather conditions.”
Lagos is currently within its peak rainy season, which usually spans from June to September and is often marked by heavy rainfall capable of causing flash floods, particularly in low-lying areas and communities with blocked drainage systems.
To lessen the impact of seasonal flooding, the state government has stepped up the clearing of drainage channels, desilting of canals and enforcement against indiscriminate waste disposal.
Officials have repeatedly warned that dumping refuse into drains contributes significantly to urban flooding and have continued to issue weather forecasts and flood advisories to help residents and motorists better prepare for changing weather conditions.